Large groups enjoy this cozy mountain campground in the Pisgah National Forest of western North Carolina. Ample opportunities for recreation exist in the area, including hiking, picnicking, scenic driving, swimming, fishing, mountain biking and more.
Recreation
This is a great place for campers to simply relax in the woods and listen to the sound of the creek. Visitors can also explore the area's numerous hiking trails, check out crystal clear waterfalls or fish for trout in the creek and a nearby lake.
Facilities
Kuykendall Group Camp has a shaded camping area for tents and RVs. The site is equipped with picnic tables, vault toilets, lantern posts, campfire rings with grills and drinking water.
Natural Features
Kuykendall Group Camp is just 4 miles from the town of Brevard and about an hour from the city of Asheville. The site is located in the Appalachian Mountains at an elevation of 2,600 feet. The surrounding national forest boasts mile-high peaks, cascading waterfalls and slopes thickly forested with hardwoods. The group camping area is adjacent to Kuykendall Creek.
Visitors should note that creek crossing is required on the road leading to the campground. Heavy rains may temporarily make crossing difficult; a four-wheel drive or high clearance vehicle is recommended.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (828) 885-7557.
Nearby Attractions
The city of Asheville is about an hour away and offers numerous cultural attractions, art galleries, shops and restaurants. The quaint mountain community of Brevard is also nearby and has various amenities and services.
The facts
Season: Year-round — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
1 bookable site
Vehicles up to 30 ft
Up to 60 people per site
Loops: KUYK
Site types
1 Group Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
✓ Campfires allowed
✓ Fire pits
✓ Picnic tables
✓ Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills, shade.
From Asheville, take State Highway 280 south to Brevard. At the junction of U.S. Highway 276/64/280, follow Highway 64 west through Brevard to Cathy's Creek Road/Forest Road 471. Take a right and go 1.25 miles to campground entrance.
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Yes, Kuykendall Group Camp is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Kuykendall Group Camp have?
1 site.
What is the maximum RV length at Kuykendall Group Camp?
30 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Kuykendall Group Camp?
Yes, pets are allowed at Kuykendall Group Camp.
Are campfires allowed at Kuykendall Group Camp?
Campfires are allowed at Kuykendall Group Camp. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
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Kuykendall Group Camp also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Kuykendall Group Camp's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
Group Campground: $120 This is a fee campground operated by Naventure (828)-577-4910. Visit Naventure. Gated access. Code provided with reservation confirmation.
Restrictions:
You must ford the stream to get to the campground. Due to the possibility of high water, a high profile and/or 4x4 vehicle is recommended to cross the creek. Use caution crossing stream to enter during high waters.
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